Required Equipment and Policies

The PA Department of Health Bureau of EMS determines the minimum equipment requirements for each level of licensure for EMS agencies. Below you will find the required equipment list as published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin, as well as the inspection checklists.

Optional Equipment and Programs for EMS Agencies

There are a variety of optional programs for EMS agencies to consider.

  • Epi-Pens for BLS

  • CPAP for BLS

  • Blood Glucose Checks for BLS

  • Mechanical CPR Devices for BLS

  • Etomidate for ALS

  • Ketamine for ALS

  • Ketorolac for ALS

  • Bronchodilators for EMTs - more information coming soon

  • 12-Lead EKG for EMTs - more information coming soon